Clinically Chaotic

Ericka and Tara
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Therapy is serious work. So why are the funniest stories the ones we can’t say out loud? Welcome to Clinically Chaotic. Featuring Ericka and Tara—two therapists bringing professional insight and therapist-level humor to the real realities of the field. This show is about therapist comedy with substance: candid conversations on what happens in the room, behind the notes, and after a long day of holding space. If you’re a clinician, student, or just curious about mental health from the inside, you’ll get unfiltered honesty, practical perspective, and a few much-needed laughs. Take a breath—let’s get into it.

Episodes

  1. 4d ago

    Episode 3: Toddlers in big bodies

    Send us Fan Mail A lot of people say schools should “do more” for student mental health. The harder question is what that looks like at 8:15 a.m. in a packed classroom where one teacher is responsible for learning, behavior, safety, and emotions all at the same time. Ericka sits down with her close friend Janelle, a high school math teacher, with a background in psychology; to talk about the real-world version of support: teenagers testing boundaries, daily escalations, and the uncomfortable truth that teachers often become the first safe adult a student talks to. We dig into IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) and 504 plans from the educator side, including the accommodations that show up again and again. Janelle explains how co-taught classes try to meet legal requirements while avoiding stigma, and why supports designed for students with IEPs often help general education students too. We also talk about where accommodations get murky and how quickly “helpful” can turn into a classroom management problem. Then we zoom out to the system: the referral chain from teacher to school counselor to school psychologist, the staffing math in big buildings, and the post-COVID push for social emotional learning (SEL), emotional check-ins, and de-escalation training. We keep it honest about what works, what feels scripted, and why relationships and authenticity matter more than a one-size-fits-all script. We also name the burnout piece directly, including off-the-clock boundaries, email pressure, and how teachers and therapists get crushed by the same “always available” expectation. If you care about education, school counseling, youth mental health, or teacher burnout, this one is for you. Subscribe to Clinically Chaotic, share this with a teacher or counselor, and leave a review so more people find these conversations. What do you think schools should change first? Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The views expressed in this show are entirely our own and are in no way a reflection of any organizations we may be associated with. Support the show

    Episode 3: Toddlers in big bodies

  2. Sep 10

    Episode 2: Lineage of cockroach people

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome to episode 2 of Clinically Chaotic! This week we dive into several topics including:  Expectations of appearances as therapistsCrying with clientsMaintaining social relationships as a therapistADHD, blank screen moments and cognitive functioningCome join us in navigating all of the chaos! Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment use only. The views expressed in this show are entirely our own and in no way reflect any organizations we may be associated with.  Support the show

    Episode 2: Lineage of cockroach people

  3. Sep 3

    Episode 1: Welcome to Clinically Chaotic

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Clinically Chaotic this week we explore Stigma around being a therapist, awkward encounters with strangers and protecting your peace. If you also enjoy nifty artists you may want to check out @arts.of.vanessatd on Instagram.  Disclaimer: This podcast is for relational and educational purposes only. While we are therapists we are not YOUR therapists. This podcast is in no way a replacement for actual therapy. All of the views expressed here are entirely our own and are in no way reflective of any employers we may be associated with.  Support the show

    Episode 1: Welcome to Clinically Chaotic
  • 3 Episodes

About

Therapy is serious work. So why are the funniest stories the ones we can’t say out loud? Welcome to Clinically Chaotic. Featuring Ericka and Tara—two therapists bringing professional insight and therapist-level humor to the real realities of the field. This show is about therapist comedy with substance: candid conversations on what happens in the room, behind the notes, and after a long day of holding space. If you’re a clinician, student, or just curious about mental health from the inside, you’ll get unfiltered honesty, practical perspective, and a few much-needed laughs. Take a breath—let’s get into it.

Information

  • Creator
    Ericka and Tara
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Clinically Chaotic
  • Show Website
    Clinically Chaotic